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Crafting

In this course the students learn and practice techniques for building playable dioramas and other projects suitable for use when playing TTRPGs such as Dungeons and Dragons.

This course has an additional one-time charge of $30 per student for supplies. It also needs a bit more space so each participant can work on their projects without bumping into each other. Some level storage space where in-progress projects can be stored is also necessary, as is a sink that can be used for cleaning brushes and other tools (as well as kids' hands).

Some crafting techniques, such as pouring resin and using a heated wire foam cutter, will require outdoor or well-ventilated space, but that isn't a frequent occurrence. Students will be painting and using clay, so cleaning facilities such as a sink with running water is also needed.

I have a standardized list of paints and techniques I use for making terrain listed here.

To see some examples of my work and that of my students, check out my Crafting Gallery on my personal picture site.